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Economist Justin Wolfers is pushing back against the narrative surrounding President Donald Trump&#8217;s new trade agreement with Japan, arguing that the deal essentially results in a tax increase for American consumers.
What Happened: On Thursday, in a post on X, Wolfers addressed what he refers to as a &#8220;confusion in the reporting&#8221; of Trump&#8217;s latest trade deal with Japan. &#8220;So let me clarify,&#8221; he says, accompanied by a video of his recent appearance on MSNBC.
In the clip, Wolfers says, &#8220;the most important thing for viewers to think about is the framing. So if you began by saying that [the] tariff on Japan has gone from 25% to 15%, it would feel like he'd negotiated a great deal. That's not what happened here.&#8221;
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/eurozone/25/07/46514335/chrysler-jeep-parent-company-stellantis-expects-2-7-billion-net-loss-in-first-half-of-2025-as-trump-tariffs-cause-uncertainty">Chrysler, Jeep Parent Company Stellantis Expects $2.7 Billion Net Loss In First Half Of 2025 As Trump Tariffs Cause Uncertainty</a>
Wolfers notes that the tariffs on Japanese imports were previously just 2%, &#8220;so the biggest thing Trump has done is he's raised taxes on Americans who import goods from Japan from 2% to 15%.&#8221;
The deal's potential impact on U.S. automakers is also in question, as Wolfers pushed back against claims that the deal could open up the Japanese market to American manufacturers. &#8220;I am not remotely optimistic,&#8221; he says, adding that the reason why the Japanese don&#8217;t buy American cars is that they prefer smaller cars. 
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">It&#39;s been a little disheartening to hear so much confusion in the reporting on Trump&#39;s new trade deal with Japan. So let me try to clarify. <a href="https://t.co/ynsLMwgzLr">pic.twitter.com/ynsLMwgzLr</a>
&mdash; Justin Wolfers (@JustinWolfers) <a href="https://twitter.com/JustinWolfers/status/1948460631851471275?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: Fund manager Spencer Hakimian noted early this week that the announcement of the trade deal <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/market-summary/25/07/46563227/trump-trade-deal-with-japan-sends-toyota-mazda-stock-soaring-nikkei-rises-sharply">sent Japanese automaker</a> Toyota Motor Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TM#NYSE">TM</a>) soaring, despite the 15% tariffs being announced on all imports from Japan. 
He attributes this to the fact that while American automakers have to 50% more for steel and copper, on account of the tariffs, alongside similar tariffs on their production in China, Mexico and Canada, Toyota only pays 15%, and &#8220;they&#8217;re done with all the shenanigans.&#8221;
Japanese auto stocks have been rallying since the trade deal was announced, in sharp contrast to their American counterparts. 
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">-0.76%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+12.84%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Subaru Corp. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FUJHY#OTC">FUJHY</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+12.37%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+18.58%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Nissan Motor Co. Ltd (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSANY#OTC">NSANY</a>)</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">-24.13%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+9.61%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+10.93%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+26.42%</td>
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On Wednesday, Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) warned that it could face &#8220;a few rough quarters&#8221; as a result of the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. The company further noted that it faced $300 million <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46594381/elon-musk-says-tesla-could-face-a-few-rough-quarters-as-ev-incentives-expire-and-trump-tariff-pressures-mount">in additional costs</a> during its second quarter, due to the same.
Early this week, General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) announced that it faced a $1.1 billion <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46542820/general-motors-faces-tariffs-heat-margins-shrink">tariff-related headwind</a> during its second quarter.
Price Action: Shares of Toyota were down 0.79% on Thursday, trading at $191.66, and another 1.13% after hours. 
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According to Benzinga&#8217;s Edge Stock Rankings, Toyota shares score high on Growth, Value and Quality, with a favorable price trend in the short, medium and long term. Click <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">here</a> for deeper insights into the stock, and to see how it compares with its U.S.-based competitors.
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The U.S. passport has slipped to No. 10 on the Henley Passport Index, its weakest showing since the ranking began two decades ago, according to the index's July update released this week.
What Happened: The quarterly list, compiled from International Air Transport Association travel‑freedom data and refined by London‑based Henley &amp; Partners, counts how many destinations a passport holder may enter without obtaining a visa in advance.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">The index includes 199 different passports and 227 different travel destinations. Full ranking: <a href="https://t.co/blyETibvtb">https://t.co/blyETibvtb</a> Learn more about Timatic: <a href="https://t.co/1XSD1s36mI">https://t.co/1XSD1s36mI</a>
&mdash; IATA (@IATA) <a href="https://twitter.com/IATA/status/1947613602287939843?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 22, 2025</a></blockquote>
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American travelers can now enter 182 countries visa‑free, down four from last year and 11 fewer than top‑ranked Singapore, which enjoys access to 193 destinations. The United States shares its 10th‑place tie with Iceland and Lithuania. In 2014, the U.S. sat in first place but has slid steadily amid lagging visa‑waiver deals.
Second place goes to Japan and South Korea, whose citizens enjoy 190 visa‑free destinations. Seven European Union passports, including France, Germany and Italy, share third with access to 189 countries, while another seven EU nations occupy fourth with 188. Greece, Switzerland and New Zealand sit fifth. Afghanistan remains last, with its passport unlocking just 25 destinations.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46622070/elizabeth-warren-slams-trump-administrations-paramount-skydance-approval-calls-it-wink-wink-deal-signaling-president-is-open-for-business">Elizabeth Warren Slams Trump Administration&#8217;s Paramount-Skydance Approval, Calls It &#8216;Wink-Wink Deal&#8217; Signaling President Is Open For Business</a>
Why It Matters: Washington's standing reflects tougher vetting rules and stalled reciprocity talks. American passport holders can visit 182 of 227 destinations without a visa, but the United States grants visa-free entry to only 46 nationalities, <a href="https://www.henleyglobal.com/publications/henley-openness-index">dropping</a> it to 80th on the Henley Openness Index, which is just above Iraq and far below its 10th-place rank on the Henley Passport Index.
The introduction of a $250 "<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/07/46516070/how-a-250-provision-in-trumps-big-beautiful-bill-could-help-cut-the-us-deficit-by-billions">visa‑integrity fee</a>" for select foreign visitors is a move critics warn may chill counter‑deals. A State Department spokesperson in a statement shared with CBS <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-passport-2025-travel-ranking/">said</a>, &#8220;While international passport rankings may vary based on methodology, our focus remains on facilitating secure, efficient, and reciprocal travel for American citizens and foreign nationals alike.&#8221;
For Americans, the downgrade won't immediately change border rules but signals shrinking mobility just as post‑pandemic travel rebounds worldwide.
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Leading cryptocurrencies dipped on Thursday under a volatility squeeze, even as investors awaited a decisive breakout.
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What Happened: Bitcoin retraced sharply from the $119,000 zone, dropping to the early $117,000s overnight, as traders amped up sell pressure. Volume rose 16.35% to $77.66 billion in the last 24 hours.
Ethereum's pullback was less severe, as the second-largest cryptocurrency held the $3,640 level as support.&nbsp;
The blue-chip cryptocurrencies have been off to a strong start in the third quarter, with Ethereum up 48% and Bitcoin up 9.50%. 
In the past 24 hours, 201,155 traders were liquidated, totaling $583.09 million. Over $435 million in bullish long bets were erased.&nbsp;
Bitcoin's open interest rose slightly by 0.41% in the last 24 hours. The majority of Binance derivatives traders with open BTC positions were leveraged short, according to the Long/Shorts ratio.&nbsp;
The "Greed" sentiment weakened further in the last 24 hours, according to the Crypto Fear &amp; Greed Index.
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The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $3.84 trillion, following a 1.26% dip in the last 24 hours.
Stocks extended their record-breaking surge. The S&amp;P 500 gained 0.07% to end at 6,363.35, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.18% to close at 21,057.96, both closing at new highs.&nbsp;
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was the outlier, dropping 316.38 points, or 0.70%, to finish at 44,693.91.
See More: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-crypto-scanners">Best Cryptocurrency Scanners</a>
Analyst Notes: Widely followed cryptocurrency analyst and trader Ali Martinez spotted a Bollinger Band Squeeze between $117,000 and $119,700 on Bitcoin's 4-hour chart
"A close outside the $117,000–$119,700 range will set the stage for the next big move," Martinez predicted.&nbsp;
The Bollinger Band Squeeze occurs when the volatility drops, causing the space between the bands to tighten. When the price closes outside of bands, traders consider it a potential new breakout.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">The Bollinger Bands are squeezing on Bitcoin <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> 4-hour chart. A volatility spike is imminent. A close outside the $117,000–$119,700 range will set the stage for the next big move. <a href="https://t.co/UX0jd9Cf3I">pic.twitter.com/UX0jd9Cf3I</a>
&mdash; Ali (@ali_charts) <a href="https://twitter.com/ali_charts/status/1948391771211247700?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Crypto Eagles, a widely followed cryptocurrency market commentator, noticed Ethereum's move into a major buy-side liquidity zone around $3,750
"Bullish continuation confirmed, but short-term correction into the new FVG [Fair Value Gap] at $3,250–$3,300 is likely," the analyst said. They anticipated that the next bounce could take ETH past $4,200.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24ETH&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$ETH</a> just tapped into a major buyside liquidity zone around $3,750, sweeping the old order block from late 2021 &#8211; Bullish continuation confirmed but short-term correction into the new FVG at $3,250–$3,300 is likely &#8211; If price respects this FVG, next push could target $4,200+… <a href="https://t.co/amZZ0284t0">pic.twitter.com/amZZ0284t0</a>
&mdash; Crypto Eagles (@CryptoProject6) <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoProject6/status/1948352126733705218?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) has called for an urgent investigation into President Donald Trump's approval of Paramount Global Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARAA#NASDAQ">PARAA</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/m-a/25/07/46619864/paramount-global-stock-jumps-after-fcc-approves-8-billion-merger-with-skydance">$8 billion merger</a> with Skydance, suggesting it may have involved a "big fat bribe."
What Happened: On Thursday, Warren took to X, formerly Twitter, posting a video accusing Trump of approving the high-profile Paramount-Skydance merger shortly after receiving a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/07/46212970/trump-wins-16-million-settlement-from-paramount-over-cbs-60-minutes-kamala-harris-interview-but-no-apology-issued"> $16 million settlement payment</a> from Paramount related to a "sham lawsuit" over a 60 Minutes interview.
"Trump approved Paramount&#8217;s $8 million merger with Skydance … This could be corruption," Warren said in the video. "Trump filed a sham lawsuit against CBS. But instead of fighting it, CBS's parent company, Paramount, paid Trump $16 million for his future presidential library."
Warren added, "The appearance of this wink-wink deal basically lets every other company and every other billionaire know that Trump is open for business… Bribery is still illegal."
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46615709/south-park-goes-anti-trump-with-satan-jesus-president-white-house-says-show-hasnt-been-relevant-for-20-years" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">South Park Goes Full Anti-Trump In New Episode With Satan, Jesus &amp; The President: White House Says Show ‘Hasn't Been Relevant' For 20+ Years</a>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">BREAKING NEWS: Trump&#39;s government just approved Paramount&#39;s merger with Skydance. Sure looks like they paid Donald Trump $36 MILLION for this merger. Bribery is illegal no matter who is president. <a href="https://t.co/DE7LPRjT6X">pic.twitter.com/DE7LPRjT6X</a>
&mdash; Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren) <a href="https://twitter.com/SenWarren/status/1948516478883381462?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Paramount, Skydance, Trump&#8217;s office and the White House did not immediately respond to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga's</a> request for comments.
Why It's Important: The Federal Communications Commission approved the Paramount-Skydance merger this week, including the transfer of licenses for 28 CBS-owned local TV stations.
The deal comes with Skydance's commitment to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs and hire an ombudsman to address media bias.
Commissioner Anna Gomez, the lone Democrat on the three-member FCC panel, dissented, citing the payout to Trump and CBS's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/entertainment/25/07/46507946/trump-celebrates-stephen-colberts-late-show-cancellation-slams-cbs-and-calls-host-talentless-amid-paramount-settlement-controversy">abrupt cancellation</a> of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, which had criticized the deal, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/07/24/fcc-approves-8-billion-paramount-skydance-merger.html">reported</a> CNBC.
At the time, executives from Paramount and CBS stated that the cancellation was strictly a "financial decision" made in response to the difficult landscape facing late-night television.
Price Action: As of this writing, Paramount's Class A shares were trading at $23.49, up 1.38% in after-hours trading, while Class B shares rose 1.43% to $13.45, according to <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/lxquj26b2sag">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
Benzinga's Edge Stock Rankings show that PARA maintains consistent upward momentum across short, medium and long-term periods. However, despite its solid value, the stock's quality rating remains comparatively lower. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-4/#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">More detailed performance insights are available here</a>.
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NextCure Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXTC#NASDAQ">NXTC</a>) stock surged by 44.87% to $7.62 in <a href="https://www.google.com/finance/quote/NXTC:NASDAQ">after-hours trading</a> on Thursday.&nbsp;
Check out<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NXTC"> how the NTXC stock is trading here</a>. 
What Happened: The surge in NextCure&#8217;s stock value came after the company presented <a href="https://ir.nextcure.com/news-releases/news-release-details/preclinical-data-demonstrate-anti-siglec-15-treatment-improves">new preclinical data</a> for NC605, a potential treatment for brittle bone disease.&nbsp;
Earlier in the day, the company&#8217;s shares were already <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/wiim/25/07/46617183/nextcure-shares-are-trading-higher-after-the-company-presented-new-preclinical-data-for-nc605">trading higher</a> after the presentation of the new preclinical data for NC605. The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/07/46616771/nextcure-presented-new-preclinical-data-in-a-well-established-model-of-osteogenesis-imperfecta-de">data demonstrated</a> that treatment with NC605 improved bone microarchitecture and reduced fracture incidence compared to anti-sclerostin treatment in a well-established model of osteogenesis imperfecta.
Priyanka Kothari, NextCure's Director, stated, "NC605 has the potential to provide significant therapeutic benefit for patients."
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The Maryland-based biopharmaceutical company closed on Thursday at $5.26 and has traded between $2.80 &#8211; $20.76 over the past year. NextCure stock carries a market capitalization of $14.08 million, according to data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NXTC">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Why It Matters: NextCure has been making significant strides in its research and development efforts. The company recently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/06/45945724/nextcure-announced-strategic-partnership-with-simcere-zaiming-to-develop-sim0505-a-cdh6-targeting-an">announced a strategic partnership</a> with Simcere Zaiming to develop SIM0505, a CDH6-targeting antibody-drug conjugate for solid tumors. This partnership is expected to advance NextCure&#8217;s oncology pipeline.
However, the company&#8217;s stock has been on a rollercoaster ride. Earlier in July, NextCure enacted a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/07/46388404/nextcure-enacts-1-for-12-reverse-stock-split-shares-begin-trading-today-on-adjusted-basis">1-for-12 reverse stock split</a>, and its shares began trading on an adjusted basis. Despite this, the company&#8217;s stock has continued to show resilience and potential for growth.
Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings indicate that NXTC stock has a negative price trend across all time frames. Know how the stock fares on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-4/#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">other parameters here</a>.
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Artificial intelligence systems can silently adopt hidden behaviors from data that appears meaningless and researchers now believe the quirk may be built into the wiring of neural networks, raising fresh safety worries.
What Happened: In a new study published on Tuesday, scientists in the Anthropic Fellows Program teamed with Truthful AI, Warsaw University of Technology and the Alignment Research Center to probe what they call "subliminal learning."
They trained a small "student" model on strings of numbers produced by a larger "teacher" model that happened to like owls. After training, the student also "preferred" owls, even though the word never appeared once in its lessons.
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The transfer happened only when the two models shared the same architecture. Researchers say the bias slipped through tiny statistical quirks that ordinary filters and even advanced AI detectors missed.
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Researchers found that the passed-on habits aren't always non-offensive. If the parent AI has risky behaviors, such as dodging tough questions or gaming the scoring system, those can sneak into the student, too. That means companies that shrink big AIs into smaller, cheaper versions could unknowingly pass along bad behavior.
Why It Matters: The researchers involved in the study add that subliminal learning may show up in all neural nets under the right conditions, meaning the issue could outlast any single fix.
Industry analysts say the findings land as developers race to stockpile synthetic data to cut costs. The report last week flagged investor concerns that weak oversight at some startups, including Elon Musk's xAI, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46460070/elon-musks-xai-faces-industry-backlash-over-reckless-ai-safety-practices-as-regulatory-scrutiny-intensifies">could let risky behaviors slip</a> into commercial chatbots.
Similarly, a separate review of user‑privacy lapses argued that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46334040/meta-copilot-flunk-ai-privacy-101-big-tech-is-playing-chicken-with-your-privacy">hidden risks are mounting</a> as generative platforms grow.
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On Thursday, Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest made significant trades, prominently featuring the purchase of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) shares across multiple ETFs. This move comes amidst a backdrop of strategic sell-offs in other notable cryptocurrency-linked stocks like Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), Block Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XYZ#NYSE">XYZ</a>), and Robinhood Markets Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>), along with ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#BATS">ARKB</a>).
The Tesla Trade
Ark Invest&#8217;s decision to increase its stake in the EV maker was executed through three of its ETFs: ARK Innovation ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKK#BATS">ARKK</a>), ARK Autonomous Technology &amp; Robotics ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKQ#BATS">ARKQ</a>), and ARK Next Generation Internet ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKW#BATS">ARKW</a>). The total shares acquired amounted to 143,190, with ARKK purchasing 101,398 shares, ARKQ adding 24,345 shares, and ARKW acquiring 17,447 shares. Based on Tesla&#8217;s latest closing price of $305.30, the total value of these transactions is approximately $43.7 million.
This strategic move follows Tesla&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46587882/tesla-q2-earnings-highlights-revenue-and-earnings-fall-short-new-models-still-set-for-2025-2026">recent financial results</a>, where the company reported second-quarter revenue of $22.5 billion, falling short of the expected $22.8 billion. Despite these challenges, Ark Invest remains bullish on Tesla, as highlighted by their continued investment. The Elon Musk-led company is still on track to release new models in 2025 and 2026, which could potentially bolster its market position.
The Coinbase Trade
Ark Invest reduced its holdings in the cryptocurrency trading platform by selling shares across two ETFs: ARKK and ARKW. The total shares sold were 30,501, with ARKK offloading 27,614 shares and ARKW selling 2,887 shares. The total value of the transaction was $12.1 million, based the stock&#8217;s closing price of $396.70. This decision comes as Coinbase&#8217;s stock recently hit a new 52-week high, driven by a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46473148/coinbase-global-stock-hit-a-new-52-week-high-today-whats-going-on">positive analyst revision</a> and favorable legislative developments. So far this year, Coinbase stock has popped 54.2% amid soaring Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) prices. The apex cryptocurrency touched a fresh all-time high last week of $123,091.61.
Notably, despite the sell-off, Coinbase continues to show strength in the market, with a revised price target of $470 from Rosenblatt analyst Chris Brendler.
The Block Trade
Ark Invest also trimmed its position in Block, selling 123,169 shares through the ARKK ETF. The transaction was valued at $9.8 million, based on the stock&#8217;s closing price of $79.77 on Thursday. This move follows Block&#8217;s announcement of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46511361/jack-dorseys-block-with-over-1-billion-in-bitcoin-holdings-set-to-join-sp-500-shares-pop-8-in-overnight-trading">joining the S&amp;P 500</a>, which led to a recent spike in the company&#8217;s stock. The fintech company, founded by Jack Dorsey, holds over $1 billion in Bitcoin, positioning it as a significant player in the cryptocurrency space.
As Block prepares for its S&amp;P 500 debut, Ark Invest&#8217;s decision to sell shares could be seen as a strategic realignment, potentially to capitalize on the stock&#8217;s recent gains. The company&#8217;s strong performance and market position continue to attract investor interest.
The Robinhood Trade
Ark Invest reduced its stake in the retail-oriented trading platform Robinhood Markets by selling 11,262 shares through the ARKW ETF. The transaction was valued at $1.1 million. Robinhood stock closed at $101.93 on Thursday. The company&#8217;s stock has been gaining traction, with its breakout potential highlighted by market analysts. The stock&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46419665/cramers-parc-playbook-robinhoods-breakout-potential-outshines-the-meme-stock-pack">technical strength</a> sets it apart, making it a noteworthy player in the retail trading space.
Robinhood remains a key component of Jim Cramer&#8217;s 2025 &#8216;PARC&#8217; basket, which includes other prominent companies like Palantir Technologies and Applovin Corp.
The ARKB Trade
Ark Invest also sold 28,906 shares of its Bitcoin-oriented ETF through the ARKW ETF. The transaction was valued at $1.1 million as ARKB ended Thursday at $39.57. The ETF, which focuses on Bitcoin investments, has been part of Ark&#8217;s portfolio amid the growing interest in digital currencies.
Notably, Ark has been selling ARKB shares recently. It <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/broad-u-s-equity-etfs/25/07/46433784/cathie-wood-doubles-down-on-tesla-despite-leadership-exodus-dumps-22-million-of-crypto-stocks-amid-bitcoin-buzz">offloaded 225,742 shares</a>, worth $8.74 million in mid-July. 
Other Key Trades:
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<li>Sold 93,460 shares of Roblox Corp (RBLX) through ARKK.</li>
<li>Sold 100,236 shares of Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Inc (KTOS) through ARKQ and 7,638 shares through ARKX.</li>
<li>Sold 6,764 shares of AeroVironment Inc (AVAV) through ARKQ.</li>
<li>Bought 471,024 shares of Iridium Communications Inc (IRDM) through ARKK, ARKQ and ARKX.</li>
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Benzinga's Edge Stock Rankings indicate Tesla stock checks out on Medium and Long Price Trends. Find out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">how the stock stacks up</a> on other parameters.
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In a rare Presidential visit to the Federal Reserve headquarters, President Donald Trump publicly pressed Fed Chair Jerome Powell to deliver sharp interest rate cuts while criticizing the central bank's $2.5 billion renovation project.
What Happened: On Thursday, Trump once again pushed for a rate cut, saying, &#8220;I&#8217;d love him to lower interest rates,&#8221; while standing next to Powell during a tour of the Fed&#8217;s headquarters, which is currently under renovation, according to a Reuters report. 
This visit comes just days before the Fed's rate-setting committee meeting, where the central bank&#8217;s 19 policy-makers are widely expected to hold benchmark interest rates unchanged, in the 4.25% to 4.50% range. 
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Tensions flared during the visit when Trump <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46620784/trump-powell-clash-over-3-billion-federal-reserve-renovations-in-front-of-reporters">raised concerns</a> regarding the Fed&#8217;s massive renovation costs, which he says have ballooned to $3.1 billion. 
Powell responded, saying, &#8220;I&#8217;m not aware of that,&#8221; and when handed a piece of paper by Trump regarding the same, he said, &#8220;You just added in a third building,&#8221; referring to the Martin Building that was completed five years ago. 
In a Truth Social post later in the day, Trump commented on the renovation, saying, &#8220;It is what it is and, hopefully, it will be finished ASAP.&#8221; He adds that the cost overruns have been &#8220;substantial,&#8221; but on the &#8220;positive side,&#8221; he notes, &#8220;our Country is doing very well and can afford just about anything.&#8221;
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Despite mounting tensions, Trump told reporters after his visit that he does not intend to fire Powell, something that he has repeatedly threatened in the past. &#8220;To do so is a big move and I just don&#8217;t think it&#8217;s necessary,&#8221; he said.
Why It Matters: The Fed&#8217;s mounting renovation costs were criticized by the Office of Management and Budget Director&nbsp;Russell Vought, who said a week ago that &#8220;the Palace of Versailles would have cost $3 billion in today&#8217;s dollars,&#8221; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46361722/jerome-powell-has-grossly-mismanaged-says-russ-vought-as-fed-hq-renovation-costs-soar-to-2-5-billion-the-palace-of-versailles-would-have-cost-3-billion">highlighting the extravagance</a> of the project.
Powell has since <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/07/46485087/jerome-powell-defends-2-5-billion-fed-hq-overhaul-says-no-vip-dining-rooms-no-private-elevators-as-trump-allies-slam-project-over-versailles-style-excess">defended the Fed&#8217;s renovation</a> in a letter to Vought, saying that the project addresses &#8220;significant structural repairs&#8221; and updates &#8220;to make the buildings safe, healthy, and effective places to work.&#8221;
Speculation has been rife that Trump might use the cost overruns as grounds for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/07/46454852/trump-fed-powell-odds-inflation-markets">terminating Powell</a> &#8220;for cause,&#8221; following months of escalating tensions and public criticism.
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Trump Says Not 'Necessary' To Fire Jerome Powell — But Presses Fed Chair On Rate Cuts And $2.5 Billion Renovation: 'I'd Love Him To Lower Interest Rates'

A wallet tied to Ripple co-founder and executive chairman Chris Larsen transferred out hundreds of millions worth of XRP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>) over the last week.
What happened: Around 50 million XRP tokens have been moved from the address since July 17, totaling $155 million at current prices, <a href="https://cryptoquant.com/analytics/query/6882714ad2c0111861de7ca8?v=6882714ad2c0111861de7ca9">according </a>to on-chain analytics firm CryptoQuant. 
The address associated with Larsen still has 2.28 billion XRP left, worth over $7 billion, accounting for 3.80% of XRP&#8217;s total market capitalization.
On-chain detective ZachXBT stated that 40 million XRP was moved to exchanges and services, while 10 million XRP was transferred to two new wallets.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Since July 17, 2025 an address linked to Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen transferred out 50M XRP ($175M) to four addresses. ~$140M ended up at exchanges/services 30M XRP recipient rPS9kVPbgZF4vXq2hs6s9Xv2754qdRau98 rnQXgGAjqbF4KoBpcBK5YBHyZEL7nGWWoi 10M XRP recipient…
&mdash; ZachXBT (@zachxbt) <a href="https://twitter.com/zachxbt/status/1948277287033409710?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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It was not immediately clear if the intention was to liquidate the holdings. But CryptoQuant analyst J.A. Maartun said on X that Larsen was "dumping" XRP on the market, treating retail as the "exit liquidity."
Ripple didn't immediately return Benzinga's request for comment.&nbsp;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">&#x1f6a8; Chris Larsen (Ripple co-founder) just dumped ~$200M worth of XRP in the past 10 days. Still buying? You&#39;re the exit liquidity. He&#39;s dumping on you. Think twice. &#x26a0;&#xFE0F; <a href="https://t.co/9nLOPI3V6Y">pic.twitter.com/9nLOPI3V6Y</a>
&mdash; Maartunn (@JA_Maartun) <a href="https://twitter.com/JA_Maartun/status/1948446882289648033?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: The outbound transfers <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46602627/xrp-drops-below-3-20-are-sellers-on-korean-exchanges-the-reason">caused a sharp pullback in XRP&#8217;s price</a>, halting a rally that propelled it past $3.50 for the first time in over seven years. The slide was also linked to intense selling pressure from the Korean crypto exchange Upbit.
Over $46 million was liquidated from the XRP derivatives market in the last 24 hours, <a href="https://www.coinglass.com/LiquidationData">according </a>to Coinglass, with long liquidations accounting for $35 million. The coin&#8217;s open interest plunged 6% in this period.
Price Action:  At the time of writing, XRP was exchanging hands at $3.14, down 2.48% in the last 24 hours, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA..">data from Benzinga Pro</a>. The coin lost over 13% of its value over the last week.
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Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) is undertaking sweeping layoffs and global project cuts as part of a major overhaul aimed at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43680696/bill-gates-has-a-soft-spot-for-intel-but-says-the-chip-giant-has-lost-its-way-questions-whether-the-company-can-recover-after-ceo-exit-and-falling-behind-in-ai">restoring its competitive edge</a> in the AI-dominated semiconductor landscape.
What Happened: On Thursday, after posting its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46617195/intel-q2-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-miss-chipmaker-sees-clear-opportunities-to-enhance-competitive-position">second-quarter earnings</a>, Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan shared a memo with employees saying that the company will reduce its workforce to 75,000 employees by the end of the year through layoffs and attrition.
According to an Associated Press <a href="https://apnews.com/article/intel-chips-layoffs-a3a83e4bb8cd71e2615e964b432dd37f">report</a>, this figure represents a 31% drop from the 108,900 employees Intel reported at the end of last year.
"I know the past few months have not been easy," Tan wrote. "We are making hard but necessary decisions to streamline the organization, drive greater efficiency and increase accountability at every level of the company."
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Earlier, Intel announced that it is reducing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46199580/microsoft-rivian-intel-slash-jobs-in-june-tech-layoff-spree">15% to 20% of jobs within</a> its Foundry division.
Alongside the layoffs, Intel is scrapping expansion plans in Germany and Poland and relocating some assembly and testing operations from Costa Rica to Vietnam and Malaysia. The Costa Rica site will continue to host key engineering and corporate teams.
In the U.S., construction of a much-anticipated semiconductor facility in Ohio will be "further" delayed, Tan said in the memo.
Why It's Important: Intel posted second-quarter revenue of $12.86 billion, surpassing the $11.91 billion <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/intc/earnings">expected</a> by analysts. However, the company recorded an adjusted loss of 10 cents per share for the quarter, falling short of projections that had forecast a modest profit of one cent per share.
The company has been struggling to keep pace with the rapid evolution of computing. It missed the mobile revolution and now <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46058862/nvidia-intel-chip-stocks-ai-valuation-revenue">trails competitors like</a> Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), whose chips dominate the surging AI market.
As of Thursday's market close, Intel's market capitalization stood at $98.71 billion—starkly overshadowed by Nvidia's $4.24 trillion valuation.
Price Action: On Thursday, Intel shares fell 3.66% during the regular trading session and declined an additional 4.64% in after-hours trading, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/register?utm_adType=bzprocontent&amp;utm_campaign=14daytrial&amp;utm_ad=0717">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Benzinga&#8217;s Edge Stock Rankings indicate that INTC maintains solid momentum across short, medium and long-term periods. However, while the stock scores well on value, its growth rating remains relatively weak. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-4/#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Additional performance details are available here</a>.
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Intel CEO Says He's 'Making Hard But Necessary Decisions' As Chipmaker Announces Massive Layoffs, Project Cancellations

U.S. stock futures showed mixed movements on Thursday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average declining 0.7% to 44,693.91. The S&amp;P 500 rose marginally by 0.07% to 6,363.35, while the Nasdaq gained almost 0.2% to 21,057.96.
These are the top stocks that gained the attention of retail traders and investors through the day:
Intel Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>)
Intel&#8217;s shares fell 3.66% to close at $22.63, with an intraday high of $23.58 and a low of $22.60. The stock&#8217;s 52-week range is between $31.98 and $17.66. In the after-hours trading, the stock dropped 4.6%. The chipmaker reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46617195/intel-q2-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-miss-chipmaker-sees-clear-opportunities-to-enhance-competitive-position">second-quarter revenue</a> that exceeded expectations, although earnings per share missed estimates. Intel highlighted opportunities to enhance its competitive position moving forward.
Deckers Outdoor Corporation&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>)
Deckers Outdoor saw a 2.91% decline, closing at $104.94. The stock hit an intraday high of $108.38 and a low of $103.87, with a 52-week range of $223.98 to $93.72. The company, known for its HOKA and UGG brands, reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46617338/hoka-ugg-parent-deckers-outdoor-stock-rallies-15-after-q1-report-heres-why">strong first-quarter results</a>, driving a rally in its stock price. Earnings per share came in at 93 cents, beating the consensus estimate of 72 cents.
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>)
UnitedHealth&#8217;s stock dropped 4.75% to $278.58, with an intraday high of $289.21 and a low of $278.22. Its 52-week range is $630.73 to $248.88. The healthcare giant is under federal scrutiny over its Medicare practices. The company&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/07/46605691/unitedhealth-under-federal-scrutiny-reaffirms-integrity-of-its-medicare-operations">reaffirmed</a>&nbsp;its commitment to cooperate with the Department of Justice while maintaining confidence in its operations.
Dow Inc.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>)
Dow&#8217;s shares plunged 17.45% to $25.07, with an intraday high of $27.60 and a low of $24.37. The 52-week range is between $55.67 and $24.37. The chemical manufacturer reported a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46597552/dow-cuts-dividend-in-half-as-losses-mount-and-tariffs-amplify-industry-pain">larger-than-expected loss</a> in the second quarter and halved its dividend, citing macroeconomic pressures and trade disruptions. Loss per share came in at $0.42, which missed the $0.30 estimates.
American Airlines Group Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>)
American Airlines&#8217; stock declined 9.62% to $11.46, with an intraday high of $11.84 and a low of $11.33. The stock&#8217;s 52-week range is $19.10 to $8.50. Despite <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46601720/american-airlines-cfo-declares-worst-is-over-but-cautious-outlook-sinks-stock">surpassing earnings and revenue expectations</a> for the second quarter, the airline issued a cautious outlook for the third quarter, narrowing its full-year guidance due to uncertainties in travel demand.
Benzinga&#8217;s Edge Stock Rankings indicate that Intel has a Momentum score in the 25th percentile and a Value score in the 74th percentile. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Discover</a> how it stacks up against chip rivals Nvidia and AMD.
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Larry Ellison, the billionaire co-founder of Oracle Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), has pulled off one of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46435552/larry-ellison-surges-past-mark-zuckerberg-to-become-worlds-second-richest-person-as-oracles-ai-deals-with-openai-us-government-drive-massive-stock-surge">most remarkable wealth surges</a> in 2025—adding nearly $100 billion to his net worth in just seven months, despite a past that included struggling to pay his utility bills.
What Happened: Ellison's journey wasn't always lined with billion-dollar valuations. In a 2024 conversation <a href="https://disprz.ai/blog/meeting-larry-ellison-oracle-founder">with</a> Disprz, he recalled times in the 1970s when he couldn't afford his electric and gas bills.
His biggest concern at the time wasn't losing heat or entertainment—but losing access to the garage computer where he was building his early software innovations. "Without electricity, my computer wouldn't work," he said.
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"I couldn't even get [investors] to say no because nobody even met me," Ellison said, describing how he used to wait outside venture capital offices.
But, how the tables have turned.
Today, the Oracle co-founder is worth $289 billion, making him the second-richest person in the world, trailing only Elon Musk, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/billionaires/">according</a> to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
His net worth has jumped by $96.8 billion year-to-date, outpacing Jeff Bezos ($9.95 billion gain), Mark Zuckerberg ($40.5 billion gain) and Jensen Huang ($31.2 billion gain).
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Why It's Important: Ellison's fortune—over 80% of which is linked to Oracle stock and options—has surged as Oracle shares jumped 27.69% over the past six months.
The tech giant Ellison co-founded in 1977 has seen its stock soar 43.41% year-to-date and 66.38% over the past year, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
Earlier this month, the U.S. government signaled it would <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46409079/nvidia-growth-estimates-get-10-boost-as-us-lifts-china-chip-export-curbs-gene-munster-predicts-30-35-growth-for-2026">ease export restrictions</a>, allowing Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices to resume some semiconductor sales to China. Oracle, which depends on advanced chips for its cloud and AI infrastructure, was a key beneficiary of this policy shift.
Oracle has also signed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44188361/nvidia-powers-openai-and-oracles-100-billion-stargate-first-ai-data-center-set-to-launch-in-texas">multibillion-dollar cloud agreements</a> and expanded partnerships with companies like OpenAI and SoftBank Group as part of its Stargate initiative.
Benzinga&#8217;s Edge Stock Rankings indicate that Oracle is showing strong upward momentum across short, medium and long-term periods. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound'">More detailed performance insights can be found here</a>.
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Larry Ellison Couldn't Afford His Electric Bill Once Upon A Time — In 2025 He's Added Nearly $100 Billion To His Net Worth, Surpassing The Likes Of Jeff Bezos And Mark Zuckerberg

President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell had a public disagreement over the escalating price tag for renovation work at the Federal Reserve's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/07/46594753/trump-to-visit-federal-reserve-in-first-presidential-trip-in-20-years-raising-stakes-for-jerome-powell">headquarters on Thursday.&nbsp;</a>
The rare visit to the Fed occurred as Trump increased his public pressure on Powell to decrease interest rates, while also backing away from his earlier talk of dismissing Powell before his term ends next May.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Renovation Dispute</h2>
During their joint appearance, Trump questioned the costs of ongoing renovations for two historic Fed buildings in Washington, D.C., claiming expenses had exceeded $3.1 billion, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/07/24/trump-powell-fed-visit.html">according</a> to CNBC.&nbsp;
Powell countered, noting Trump had factored in costs from a third government building that was constructed five years prior.&nbsp;
Both men toured the site together while wearing hard hats and told the press they would review the situation further.&nbsp;
Trump remarked, "It's got a long way," before completion.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Political Context</h2>
Trump had considered firing Powell, which would have been a controversial and legally uncertain move, but stated on Thursday, &#8220;To do that is a big move, and I just don&#8217;t think it&#8217;s necessary.&#8221;
Powell has been a frequent target of criticism from Trump and his allies, including Bill Pulte, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, who was present for the visit and has called for Powell's resignation.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Interest Rate Pressure</h2>
Trump's main criticism continues to center on Powell's refusal to<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/07/46569623/federal-reserve-rates-justified-despite-being-highest-among-g-10-peers-says-lpl-economist-as-trump-pressures-jerome-powell-to-exit"> lower interest rates</a> further. Despite Trump nominating Powell in 2017, he has accused the Fed chair of incompetence and political bias.&nbsp;
Trump claims that lower rates would save the country hundreds of billions in interest payments. While the Fed did cut its primary interest rate by a full percentage point in late 2024, taking it to a 4.25%-4.5% range, it has left rates unchanged since December.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trump's Remarks After the Visit</h2>
Trump adopted a more conciliatory tone later, describing his tour with Powell as a "Great Honor" and acknowledging that the renovation "has a long way to go."&nbsp;
 "It would have been much better if it were never started, but it is what it is and, hopefully, it will be finished ASAP,&#8221; he conceded. 
Trump did, however, underscore the high costs, but said the U.S. is strong enough financially to handle them.
Benzinga reached out to the White House for comment but had not heard back. 
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Trump, Powell Clash Over $3 Billion Federal Reserve Renovations In Front Of Reporters

In a scathing rebuke that&#8217;s sending shockwaves through financial markets, 27 prominent economists have filed an <a href="https://www.aei.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/V.O.S.-Selections-Inc.-v.-Trump-Federal-Circuit-Amicus-Brief-by-Economists.pdf?x85095">amicus brief</a> dismantling the economic foundation of President Donald Trump&#8217;s emergency tariff powers. Their message couldn&#8217;t be clearer: the administration&#8217;s justification for sweeping trade duties is built on economic quicksand.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Economists&#8217; Nuclear Option</h2>
The economists&#8217; filing in the ongoing federal court challenge systematically demolishes three core pillars of the Trump administration&#8217;s tariff strategy. First, they argue that trade deficits are neither &#8220;unusual nor extraordinary&#8221; nor constitute a genuine &#8220;threat&#8221; to U.S. national security. Second, they contend that tariffs won&#8217;t meaningfully reduce these deficits anyway. Third, and perhaps most damaging for investors, they warn that tariffs will trigger &#8220;massive budgetary, allocative, and distributive effects&#8221; across the economy.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why This Matters for Your Portfolio</h2>
The S&amp;P 500 experienced notable declines earlier this year as markets reacted to tariff announcements and uncertainty over trade policy direction. This volatility reflects deeper concerns about rising costs, disrupted supply chains, and policy unpredictability that economists are now validating with hard data.
The economists&#8217; brief highlights what many investors suspected: tariffs function as a broad-based tax on American consumers and businesses. Even if current court challenges succeed, remaining tariffs would still cost the average household $950 of purchasing power in 2025, according to Yale Budget Lab analysis. That&#8217;s a 0.6% increase in consumer prices—a hidden tax that hits retail spending and corporate margins.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Trade Deficit Reality Check</h2>
Perhaps the most significant economic argument centers on trade deficits themselves. The economists argue that the U.S. has run trade deficits &#8220;consistently over the past fifty years&#8221; and &#8220;in most countries in most years in recent decades.&#8221; This historical context undermines the administration&#8217;s claim that current deficits represent an unprecedented emergency requiring dramatic intervention.
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For investors, this matters because it suggests tariff policies are addressing a non-problem with tools that create real economic distortions. The tariffs imposed on Canada, China, and Mexico in March alone were projected to add $4 billion in costs to Washington state imports from those countries. Scale that nationwide, and you&#8217;re looking at massive input cost increases across multiple sectors.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Court Battles and Market Implications</h2>
The U.S. Court of International Trade has already ruled that Trump lacks authority under economic emergency legislation to impose sweeping global tariffs, though appeals courts have temporarily stayed that decision. The Supreme Court could end up ruling if Trump has authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose universal duties on imports.
This legal uncertainty creates a challenging environment for investors. Companies face the prospect of sudden cost increases or relief depending on court decisions, making long-term planning nearly impossible. According to Reuters, Goldman Sachs&#8217; (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) chief U.S. political economist Alec Phillips <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-court-blocks-trumps-liberation-day-tariffs-2025-05-28/">noted</a>, &#8220;This ruling represents a setback for the administration&#8217;s tariff plans and increases uncertainty but might not change the final outcome for most major U.S. trading partners&#8221;.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Bottom Line for Investors</h2>
The economists&#8217; intervention signals that Trump&#8217;s tariff strategy faces not just legal challenges but fundamental economic critique from the profession&#8217;s leading voices. Their argument that tariffs create &#8220;massive&#8221; economic effects without meaningfully reducing trade deficits suggests investors should prepare for continued policy volatility and potential cost pressures across import-dependent sectors.
Smart money is already positioning for multiple scenarios—from complete tariff rollbacks to expanded trade wars. The economists&#8217; brief provides intellectual ammunition for continued court challenges, but the ultimate resolution likely won&#8217;t come until the Supreme Court weighs in. Until then, expect continued market volatility as investors navigate this unprecedented intersection of emergency powers, trade policy, and economic reality.
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Intuit (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTU#NASDAQ">INTU</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 10.53% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 19.02%. Currently, Intuit has a market capitalization of $217.92 billion. 
Buying $100 In INTU: If an investor had bought $100 of INTU stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $3,268.66 today based on a price of $781.21 for INTU at the time of writing.
<h3>Intuit's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753400723_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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CRH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRH#NYSE">CRH</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 6.77% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 21.36%. Currently, CRH has a market capitalization of $65.37 billion. 
Buying $100 In CRH: If an investor had bought $100 of CRH stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $255.62 today based on a price of $97.17 for CRH at the time of writing.
<h3>CRH's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) is one of the most active members of Congress when it comes to buying stocks in 2025. The congresswoman recently disclosed buying two stocks, including one that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45913665/if-you-invested-1000-in-palantir-stock-when-marjorie-taylor-green-disclosed-buying-heres-how-much-youd-have-now">caused red flags</a> earlier this year.
What Happened: Greene recently disclosed buying two stocks and U.S. Treasury Bills in a new filing, as reported on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/gov-trades">Benzinga Government Trades page.</a>
Greene disclosed buying PepsiCo Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) for the first time this year, buying $1,000 to $15,000 on July 15. The stock purchase <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46463845/pepsico-delivers-the-fizz-in-q2-sweetens-outlook-on-subdued-dollar-headwind">came days before</a> the beverage giant reported quarterly financial results.
Greene also disclosed buying $1,000 to $15,000 in Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) stock.
Check out the current <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLTR">PLTR stock price here.</a>
This marked the latest time that Greene has bought Palantir stock in 2025 and came days before the company hit new 52-week highs.
In total, Greene has bought Palantir stock four times in 2025 with the following transactions:
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<li>February 12: $1,000 to $15,000, disclosed on February 14</li>
<li>April 8: $1,000 to $15,000, disclosed on April 11</li>
<li>April 9: $1,000 to $15,000, disclosed on April 11</li>
<li>July 15: $1,000 to $15,000, disclosed on July 22</li>
</ul>
Greene's past disclosure of buying Palantir stock raised red flags given her committee assignments within Congress.
Several of the trades made by Greene in the past could raise red flags as conflicts of interest given her congressional committee assignments. Greene is a member of the following committees:
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<li>House Committee on Oversight and Accountability: Chairwoman, Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E.)</li>
<li>House Committee on Homeland Security: Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability</li>
</ul>
Palantir Technologies is a company that regularly lands government contracts. As a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, Greene could have an inside track on upcoming contracts with Palantir.
In fact, several days after Greene disclosed buying Palantir stock in April, the company announced a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44882049/peter-thiels-palantir-bags-30-million-order-from-ice-for-immigrant-tracking-system" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;new $30 million&nbsp;</a>government contract to enhance immigration enforcement tools.
Did You Know?
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Why It's Important: In 2024, Greene ranked 23rd among members of Congress who made stock transactions based on a return of +30.2%, outperforming the broader stock market.
While Greene is far from the only member of Congress buying Palantir stock, her committee assignments might make her purchases that much more newsworthy than those of other elected members.
Greene's trades earlier this year <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/politics/25/04/44852406/marjorie-taylor-greene-brushes-off-stock-buying-criticism-says-portfolio-manager-bought-the-dip">were also flagged</a> due to the timing of buying shares of several stocks as the market declined on news of President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs. The stocks soared after Trump announced a pause to tariffs, with Greene showing a quick profit on her recent trades at the time.
Greene took pride in her transactions, despite other members of Congress calling for an investigation into whether Trump and his allies participated in insider trading.
&#8220;I think that criticism is laughable. President Trump has been talking about tariffs for decades,&#8221; Greene told reporters when asked about the trades at a recent town hall event in Georgia, in a clip <a href="https://x.com/unusual_whales/status/1912456434081480777" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">shared </a>by Unusual Whales. The congresswoman used the opportunity to boast about her stock performance, which ranked her as one of the top trading members of Congress in 2024.
&#8220;I don&#8217;t place my buys and sells," Greene said, citing an agreement she has with her portfolio manager, who handles all the buying and selling of stocks. &#8220;He did a great job. Guess what he did. He bought the dip. And that&#8217;s what anybody that has financial sense does."
Greene also said her portfolio manager did not have inside information, everything was public and a potential tariff pause wasn&#8217;t a secret.
Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/politics/25/04/45077654/bill-named-after-nancy-pelosi-could-ban-congress-members-from-trading-stocks-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-pelosi-act" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">has introduced the</a> Preventing Elected Leaders from Owning Securities and Investments Act, or PELOSI Act based on the first letter of each of the main words. The name takes aim at Congresswoman and former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.).
Speaker of the House&nbsp;Mike Johnson&nbsp;and President&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;have voiced support for the ban on Congressional trading.
PLTR Price Action: Palantir hit new 52-week highs of $155.68 on Thursday. The stock is up 106% year-to-date in 2025 and up over 480% in the last year.
Read Next: 
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42860759/10-best-stock-traders-in-congress-in-2024-where-do-nancy-pelosi-pete-sessions-susan-collins-marjorie-taylor-greene-rank">Top 10 Stock Traders In Congress For 2024: How Nancy Pelosi, Pete Sessions, Susan Collins, Marjorie Taylor Greene Rank</a></li>
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SLM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLM#NASDAQ">SLM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 1.72% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 13.37%. Currently, SLM has a market capitalization of $6.40 billion. 
Buying $100 In SLM: If an investor had bought $100 of SLM stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $349.07 today based on a price of $30.50 for SLM at the time of writing.
<h3>SLM's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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